Criminal Minds fans have spoken, and CBS has sort of listened.

Following the disappointing news that series regular AJ Cook has been let go from the drama, fans started an online petition to save her job. The result? The actress will appear on two episodes this fall to tie up her character's storyline.

Cook Tweeted yesterday:

Meanwhile, a source confirms that Paget Brewster will appear in about 80% Criminal Minds' episodes next season - which will be her final one on the show.

Also,the show is casting for a new female agent.

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